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OpenAI’s Supposed Super Bowl Ad Featuring Alexander Skarsgård and a Shiny Device Was a Hoax

A fabricated story about an OpenAI Super Bowl commercial starring Alexander Skarsgård and a mysterious hardware device circulated online. The rumor claimed the ad had been leaked by a disgruntled employee, but OpenAI officials quickly labeled the claim as false. Investigations revealed the original Reddit post came from a newly created account and the supporting website and emails were part of a coordinated effort to spread misinformation. The incident highlights the challenges tech companies face in controlling narrative around high‑profile events.

New York Considers Bills to Label AI-Generated News and Pause New Data Centers

New York’s state legislature is reviewing two bills aimed at regulating emerging technology. The NY FAIR News Act would require any news content substantially created with generative artificial intelligence to carry a disclaimer and be approved by a human editor, while also mandating disclosure of AI usage to newsroom staff. A separate measure, S9144, seeks to impose a three‑year moratorium on permits for new data centers, citing rapid growth in electricity demand and recent rate increases for utility customers. Together, the proposals address both content integrity and energy infrastructure concerns.

Larry Ellison’s 1987 Warning: AI Should Be a Tool, Not a Universal Solution

In a 1987 Computerworld roundtable chaired by Esther Dyson, Oracle co‑founder Larry Ellison argued that artificial intelligence should be applied sparingly and only where it truly simplifies database and application development. While other panelists promoted AI as a new architectural layer, Ellison warned against treating expert systems as a catch‑all solution, emphasizing the importance of selective use and the need for higher‑level, declarative development tools. His perspective, echoed in later comments about server‑based applications, remains relevant as modern enterprises grapple with AI hype.

Apple May Permit Third-Party AI Chatbots on CarPlay

A Bloomberg report suggests Apple could soon allow third‑party voice‑enabled AI assistants such as ChatGPT and Gemini to appear on the CarPlay dashboard. Siri would remain the default assistant, but users might be able to launch alternative chatbots directly from CarPlay. The change is expected in the coming months, though no exact rollout date has been confirmed. The move follows recent enhancements to Siri with generative AI and a partnership with Google to power future Siri updates, indicating Apple’s willingness to open its platforms to additional AI services.

AI Takes Center Stage in Super Bowl Advertising

The 2026 Super Bowl ads marked a surge in artificial intelligence use, with brands employing AI both to craft commercials and to market AI products. Vodka maker Svedka debuted what it called the first primarily AI‑generated national spot, while Anthropic launched a cheeky ad poking fun at OpenAI’s ad plans. Meta highlighted AI‑powered glasses, Amazon introduced Alexa+, Ring promoted its AI pet‑reunion feature, and Google showcased a new image‑generation model. Other companies such as Ramp, Rippling, Hims & Hers, Wix and Squarespace also leveraged AI themes, sparking conversation about the technology’s role in creative work.

WordPress Introduces Claude Connector for Read-Only Site Data Access

WordPress has launched a new Claude connector that lets site owners share back‑end data with Anthropic’s Claude chatbot. Users control which data is shared and can revoke access at any time. The integration provides read‑only access, allowing the bot to answer questions about traffic, engagement and site settings without the ability to modify content. WordPress also supplies template prompts for common tasks such as reviewing pending comments, checking traffic rankings, and listing installed plugins.